Born in 1908, in Liepaia, Latvia. As a youth, joined the town branch of the “Beitar” organization, and in time became its commanding officer, member of the commissariat and chairman of the center. Founded the student revisionist organization “Tahlat Lavan”. In 1943 arrested for Zionist activity. Sentenced to 5 years in prison by a special tribunal. Served his sentence in Norilsk camps. Released in 1946 and returned to Riga in 1952. Was able to immigrate to Israel with his family only in 1971. Died in October of 1994. Remember & Save Association website